Dirtfoot - a Dose of Gypsy Punk Country Grumble boogie.
"Here’s their deal: Imagine Nick Cave on a bed of rusty nails, the cover of “Gin and Juice” often mis-attributed to Phish (it was actually the Gourds), some old-timey “Dem Bones,” Old Crow Medicine show culture-clash, and that subtle fecal stench of Mr. Bungle skronk sax craziness: Get theses elements, let them stew in an oaken barrel for a number of years and out comes Shreveport, Louisiana’s Dirtfoot." - Spencer, Synthesis.net
Whether performing on big stages at festivals, or playing intimate setting in pubs and the finer taverns all over the mid west & south, Dirtfoot puts on an uproarious show. The crowds come to take part in the fun and chaos, hollering to all the calls and responses, shaking their beancans, and getting down with the infectious grooves. There is only one Gypsy Punk Country Grumble Boogie band in the land… Dirtfoot.
Led by the organic writings of Matt Hazelton with each player adding his own flavor and feeling to the songs and sound of the group, Dirtfoot is a blend of eclectic styles as well as diverse personalities. All of their instruments are acoustic but their energy and ingenuity will make you swear they are plugged in. Featuring instruments ranging from an acoustic guitar, banjo, upright bass, pots n' pans, drums, bells, saxophone, xylophone and more, this band has a truly engaging sound, a real dose of Gypsy, Punk, Country, Grumble Boogie! It is like a good gumbo - you have some growling vocals, upright bass and percussion that makes a good, dark, dirty Louisiana roux, mixed heartily with some meaty rhythms, combined liberally with fresh offerings from the guitar and banjo that are like okra and tomatoes picked from your backyard garden, topped with the hot n' sexy spice of the saxophone and jazz style drums, and finally a little something magical and indescribable, and you have Dirtfoot - a delicious, spicy, dirty band that will make you stomp your feet, shake your ass and yell like a lunatic on a full moon night.
TO CONTACT:
Dirtfoot
P.O. Box 44052
Shreveport, LA 71134-4052
dirtfoot@gmail.com
Dirtfoot was named a Finalist in the Alternative Country category of the 8th Annual Independent Music Awards! We are honored to be a part of this prestigious program and thank everyone for all your votes and support!
Camped Next to you guys a Wakarusa last year and have been to a few of your shows in Columbia, MO You guys rock. I remember last year that you played with Grazgrove at that chomp down. the free breakfest at waka. peace Todd Day Wait
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I do have to say I'm luvin' the music! Completely funky,groove-to tunes w/ just the right amount of DIGGG, if you know what I mean. Yes, I'cn see the Mr.Bungle influence in places,too! Makes me jiggy! Giva gurla holler anytime! I wanna keep up on what's goin' on w/ you-would love to see you play live!
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Oh my! What a small world. You guys are playing with Holy Moly? Awesome! Also, I was wearing my Dirtfoot shirt in Firehouse Subs today. A guy came up to me and said, " I must say I love your shirt. I love that band, they are great." Hell Yeah! Little Rock loves you.
Ohhhh guys! I have been puttin through some good Dirtfoot lovin everywhere I go! Spreadin the love all around Omaha! Love it, love it, love it! Remember me BTW? The musician massage therapist camped next to you at Waka? Hope to see you guys again soon. Perhaps in Omaha!? Funk Trek Voyager can warm up the stage for you!!
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